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Private, Waterfront Cottage with Dock

At water's edge on John's Bay, this property is the ideal honeymoon cottage, romantic getaway, or nature lovers retreat. Serene, private, off the beaten path with a one-mile access road and 700 feet of shoreline property with beach and teeming with wildlife. Kayak available, dock, float, mooring available. Near Pemaquid Lighthouse, beach, Monhegan ferry from New Harbor, Damariscotta & Boothbay Harbor area. Perfect for couple or small family . Sorry, no pets.
cell 207 449-0529n
Owner prefers telephone communication 207-677-2158. No pets. Also available is a 16' Old Town Sea Kayak. Moorings and dock on property.sat-sat rental week in season-house keeping cottage.
Linens available for long distance travelers at a nominal fee.
off season tenants must provide linens-plus all short stays.

Private, Waterfront Cottage with Dock

At water's edge on John's Bay, this property is the ideal honeymoon cottage, romantic getaway, or nature lovers retreat. Serene, private, off the beaten path with a one-mile access road and 700 feet of shoreline property with beach and teeming with wildlife. Kayak available, dock, float, mooring available. Near Pemaquid Lighthouse, beach, Monhegan ferry from New Harbor, Damariscotta & Boothbay Harbor area. Perfect for couple or small family . Sorry, no pets.
cell 207 449-0529n
Owner prefers telephone communication 207-677-2158. No pets. Also available is a 16' Old Town Sea Kayak. Moorings and dock on property.sat-sat rental week in season-house keeping cottage.
Linens available for long distance travelers at a nominal fee.
off season tenants must provide linens-plus all short stays.

Private, Waterfront Cottage with Dock

Private, Waterfront Cottage with Dock

At water's edge on John's Bay, this property is the ideal honeymoon cottage, romantic getaway, or nature lovers retreat. Serene, private, off the beaten path with a one-mile access road and 700 feet of shoreline property with beach and teeming with wildlife. Kayak available, dock, float, mooring available. Near Pemaquid Lighthouse, beach, Monhegan ferry from New Harbor, Damariscotta & Boothbay Harbor area. Perfect for couple or small family . Sorry, no pets.
cell 207 449-0529n
Owner prefers telephone communication 207-677-2158. No pets. Also available is a 16' Old Town Sea Kayak. Moorings and dock on property.sat-sat rental week in season-house keeping cottage.
Linens available for long distance travelers at a nominal fee.
off season tenants must provide linens-plus all short stays.

Peaceful and Relaxing Stay at a Great Location!

Our stay at Camp David was exactly what we had hoped for – peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed spending time on the deck taking in the serenity of John’s Bay and watching the occasional lobster boat check its traps. The weather in mid-September couldn't have been any better. We really hated to go home.

There really is no need to leave the Pemaquid Peninsula, but Camp David was a great launching point when we felt like venturing out and exploring more of Maine. The kitchen at the cottage is great for preparing meals, however, when we were in the mood to eat out the Pemaquid Fisherman’s Co-op is only a few minutes away and had delicious, fresh seafood. There’s also the Muscongus Bay Lobster Company nearby and several restaurants in Damariscotta. (One word of caution, after Labor Day many of the lobster/clam “shacks” on the piers are only open Fri-Sun.) I’d be remiss if I didn't put a plug in for Round Top Ice Cream, always a favorite when we’re in the area.

Lastly, Mike was a great host. We had some nice conversations and he graciously provided complimentary lobsters for our dining pleasure. We look forward to visiting again!

Pure Bliss

Our stay at Camp David was magnificent! My husband and I live close to a city and it was so refreshing to smell the pine trees and salt air and see the sun on the water and the brilliant stars and moon! We enjoyed staying in to curl up with our novels, watch a few films (Message in a Bottle with Kevin Costner was provided), and listening to the local tunes on the radio while cooking the complimentary clams and our other dinners. We also enjoyed exploring the coastline by kayak, hiking through the woods, and journeying to Monhegan Island. The night life is also quite pleasing. We had a delicious meal at a local restaurant (Coveside) and treated ourselves to cocktails at a few local bars. In all, our vacation was more than I could have hoped for. We will definitely return! Thanks, Mike!

Pure Heaven!

We have only been home for 4 days and want to go back! This place is so awesome that once you get there you dont want to leave to do anything else. This was our third trip to Maine and we liked this area the best, even over Acadia. Kayaking up river to the little islands to see the seals was second best to the lobster delivery at your dock!

Property Manager

About Prescott J. Cheney MD (Mike)

resident of Bristol since 1947 primarily rent camp david and main house and carriage house loft to defray real estate taxes , screen tenants to insure compatibility and maintain privacy wildlife premises offers-cater to moderate means and offer extras unobtainable in this area to make memorable vacation

What makes this cottage unique

small house keeping cottage with wifi signal from main house neat,clean due to pet exclusion,and quiet .few cottages in this price range offer the privacy of camp david a boater,s ideal location with mooring dock access to johns bay.

Guestbook comments from the manager

Well, Camp David absolutely was everything that you said it was! Mike and I had a terrific week here in the rain, Maine is beautiful! I can understand why you made it home.

Have a great remainder of the summer. We promise that we’ll spread the word about your little slice of heaven up here!

Thank you for everything!

For anyone coming after us- the Damariscotta River Grill was very good! And the day trip to Monhegan – including hikes (to coves around the island)- is very worth the trip!

Pemaquid is a very picturesque, historic part of Bristol Maine composed of the villages of New Harbor, Round Pond, Bristol Mills, Pemaquid Harbor. It's major industries are Fishing , Tourism and catering to the summer residents. Lots of open spaces, access to water with a Lighthouse Park, Fisherman museum, Art gallery, Public Sandy Beach, Local Fresh water Swimming Hole, Good restaurants with lobsters and steamers picnic style on docks in several locations.

Other Activities: Area Bounds Wildlife, Great for Kayaking, Striper and Mackeral fishing. There are antique shops, auction houses, summer festivals, and much, much, more. There is a plethora of restaurants on the Pemaquid penninsula as well as into the Damariscotta area. Whale watching and Deep-sea fishing is available across the river in Boothbay. Sun-bathing and swimming can be done at nearby, white-sanded Pemaquid Beach. Kayaking and canoeing in Bristol Mills. The Audobon Society in Bremen. The Round Pond 4th of July parade is unique. Fresh-water fishing in many of the local ponds and lakes.

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Rates & Availability

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Taxes and fees are additional

Updated:

Feb 21, 2018

Additional information about rental rates

Property Damage Protection

$59

Tax Rate

9.0%

**Additional Occupancy: 'Camp David' has a max occupancy of two adults and two children (12 and under). As a result, any additional guests staying overnight will be charged an occupancy Fifty dollars person, per day.
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A 50% deposit is required to secure reservation. The remaining 50% is due upon arrival. Checks or Square D. There is a 8% Maine sales tax added to rental rate. No refunds.